The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

James Moore and Gerald Butts discuss the impact of polls on politicians, including demoralizing effects and discrepancies between internal and public polls. They also talk about the significance of focus groups and the impact of polling on fundraising and candidate recruitment. They share advice on running for office and making a successful exit from politics. The speakers discuss the benefits and drawbacks of imposing term limits for politicians and express their excitement for future episodes of the podcast.

The podcast discusses the ongoing Israeli invasion of Gaza, the sexual violence charged against Hamas, and the United States' influence in the Middle East. It also touches on the humanitarian crisis, the conflict in Ukraine, and the increasing popularity of artificial Christmas trees.

Discussion about Trudeau's potential resignation, declining influence of editorial endorsements, Trudeau's plans for the next election, hockey goal tenders, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Canada's stance, and the appointment of the Speaker of the House of Commons.

Another on-the-road edition of The Bridge, this time from Calgary. And this week the Random Ranter finishes his three-part series on his advice for each of the three main national political leaders. His focus this week is Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre. 

Exploring the historical significance of a corner in Canada and Bobby Hull's disappearing hair. Weather, CBC budget cuts, and the future. Reflecting on a recent golf incident and restructuring the speaker's role. Discussing the power of political campaigning and its impact on the housing video.

Some of my favourite stories are about the history of Canada's Arctic and almost all of them have been written by Ken McGoogan. He's our guest today with his exciting new book Searching for Franklin. If you think you know the Franklin story you'll want to hear this, if you don't know it. this just might get you hooked.

From Halifax today (on my book tour for "How Canada Works") we focus as we do every Monday on the two big wars affecting our world -- the Middle East and Ukraine. Conflict analysis expert Dr Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto is with us again as she helps guide us through both stories.  

A debate resurfaces in Ottawa regarding a committee exchange. Allegations of rape and harassment inside CSIS raise questions about accountability. The hosts discuss allegations against India, Trudeau's actions, and the impact of US findings. The effects of Canada's carbon tax on farmers are explored. The controversy over language in Parliament is debated. Clarifications and promotions are provided at the end.

Lots of your comments on this week's special episode on disinformation. Seems you loved it and want more. Plus the Ranter continues his three-part series on advice for the party leaders -- this week it's for the NDP.

The podcast discusses the controversy of Canadian MPs accepting free trips to Israel, the importance of politicians experiencing real issues firsthand, and the federal-provincial battle over Alberta's electricity issue.